Porsche Cayman Porsche Cayman 2012 BMW X3 BMW X3 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Porsche Cayman vs. BMW X3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Porsche Cayman vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,570

BMW X3 3.0i   
Difference: $19,760

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122006
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanX3
TrimBaseSS Black Edition3.0i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $51,900 $62,100 $67,500 $36,800
Convenience Package 2,230 2,230    
Power Seat Package 1,550 1,550 1,550  
Navigation system 3,430 3,455   1,800
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers 0      
Obstacle detection, rear 530 530 530 700
Heated front seats 525 525 525 500
Audio controls on steering wheel 615 615 125  
Wood trim 890 890    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710   475
Premium Package       1,800
Xenon HID headlights       800
Convenience Package 0 0    
Power Seat Package 0 0 0  
Navigation system 0 0   1,640
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers 0      
Obstacle detection, rear 451 451 451 635
Heated front seats 0 0 0 455
Audio controls on steering wheel 0 0 0  
Wood trim 0 0    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0   430
Premium Package       1,640
Xenon HID headlights       730
Options (change) 10,480 10,505 2,730 6,075
Options (change) 451 451 451 5,530
Destination 950 950 950 695
Total Price $63,330 $73,555 $71,180 $43,570

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Porsche Cayman dealer quotes or BMW X3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW X3

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW X3 3.0i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,220
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $34,209
Model Year2012201220122006
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanX3
TrimBaseSS Black Edition3.0i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine265hp H6320hp H6330hp H6225hp I6
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)235, 9235, 9325, 11?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-17235/40-18235/35-19235/55-17
Total Price$63,330$73,555$71,180$43,570
Adjustments for Features-2250-175-4,685
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$63,105$73,555$71,005$38,885
Cost Above Minimum$0$10,450$7,900$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW X3

Model Year2012201220122006
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanX3
TrimBaseSS Black Edition3.0i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0$0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200
Remote window/roof operation   $15
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Hill descent control   $250
Obstacle detection, front   $150
Side curtain airbags   $350
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs   $50
Cargo cover   $75
Cargo mat   $40
Cargo net$40$40$40 
Cargo organizer   $100
Roof rails   $250
Climate Control 
Rear wiper   $175
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 
Panoramic sunroof   $1200
Rear spoiler   $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400 
Skid plate (one)   $50
Wheel-lip moldings   $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Media drive$15$15$15 
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0 
Satellite radio$200 $200 
Surround sound  $250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar   $200
Traffic information$25 $25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75 
Automatic headlights   $125
Cornering lights$50$50$50 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100 
Headlight washers$50$50$50 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Floor mats$75$75$75 
Folding second row seats   $300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150
Wood trim$300$300 $300
Total Value of Features$1,745$1,520$1,695$6,205
Value of Feature Adjustments$225$0$175$4,685
Value of Feature Adjustments-50-3-4,290

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW X3

Model Year20122006
ModelCaymanX3
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase95.1 in110.1 in
Length171.1 in179.7 in
Width70.9 in73.0 in
Height51.4 in66.0 in
Curb Weight2,977 lb.4,024 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.4 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.5 ft330.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.571.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested110081%
Total Not Requested25019%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested110081%
Total Not Requested25019%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 3.0i

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested25063%
Total Not Requested15037%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Total Requested130079%
Total Not Requested35021%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Porsche models.